Chlomid it is...

[lilroxy1]

Just got off the phone with the specialist and he says 3 rounds of clomid and we'll see what happens.. I have a heart shaped uterus meaning he does not want me to carry multiples yet he did say it did well with my son who was 9.99 LBS. So I have missed starting this month by 3 days. so looks like next month. I am not sure how I feel about selective reduction if it comes to that.. actually I know I how I feel about that, especially having been thru m/c's before.. so I am just going to hop for the best. the specialist did say if this treatment doesn't work, that he feels we are really good candidate for IUI and Invetro, but those are way more $$$ so he feels we should start here at Clomid... I am excited and hopeful but sooo scared. My boyfriend is worried that we are "messing with mother nature" yet he wants another child badly too. anyone tell me what kind of hormone roller coaster I am in for? and any one had hubbies having cold feet about the drug aspect of it??? please keep in mind my man is iffy about vitamins.lol.
Thanks ladies

 

[popchick75]

I'm on clomid right now too. Again. It's not my favorite. The side effects of the lower doses aren't too bad. I usually end up with cramps and hot flashes. Do you ovulate on your own? I do so I usually end up with 3-4 viable follicles on 50mg of clomid.

OH feels the same way. It seems like a lot of ladies have similar issues also. I found that not giving him too much information (especially about timing BD) is a good idea. It seems to turn into 'performance anxiety' if they know they have to perform on a certain night

 

[PinkPeony]

I just took my first dose. Eep! I'm a little nervous about side effects too. I already O on my own, we just have male factor issues so I guess it'll help our chances a bit to have more follicles. My dr perscribed 100mg.... Seems like a lot to me?.. We're doing an IUI this cycle too.

 

[popchick75]

Something else to keep in mind about clomid.... it *really* intensifies the tww symptoms/pms. I thought for sure i was pg because of all of these new blatantly obvious symptoms, but it turns out it happens to most women. It's just the effects of the medication.

 

[PinkPeony]

Thanks for that warning Popchick. Very good to know to expect that going in... As if my body doesn't mess with me enough already.

I just took my last dose. Going in tomorrow morning for monitoring. So far (touch wood) haven't had any side effects... Only thing I've noticed is that my body temperature is really high. Maybe had a couple hot flashy moments but not bad. TBH, I don't mind it's so damn cold here. Also.... (Tmi) I know the CM is meant to dry up but I seem to have more than usual so far? Does it go away after the pills are finished?
I guess I was expecting that I'd feel like my ovaries are all amped up on this stuff, but I just feel normal. I hope that doesn't mean I'm not making any extra eggs. I'll let you guys know how it goes tomorrow.

How are you ladies getting on?

 

[popchick75]

Still just a waiting game over here. I'm 10dpo and 12 days past trigger. I've been testing out the trigger for the last week and a half. Two days ago it looked like it had faded down to about nothing and then was getting darker again, but last night and this morning the second line was barely visible. It has been quite a roller coaster of emotions this week!

Hope things went well with your appt today!

 

[PinkPeony]

eeeK!!! I can imagine you must be on pins and needles!!! I'm no expert or anything but I think 12dpt is a long time for it to be in your system.... and your chart looks freaking awesome!,.. Deep breath..... I'm crossing fingers and toes for you!

I didnt hear from my FS today after monitoring, just her secretary called to tell me to go in again tomorrow. So no news on the follie front.

 

[Bellaz]

Some advice ladies please...
I went for my scan today after my first cycle of Clomid (50mg) and the doctor said I have 6 strong follicles all 12-14mm, 3 each side. I thought this was great as in my mind I've got 6 chances of conceiving this cycle. However, the doc said to half my dose to 25mg and not to try this cycle?! I've waited ages to start Clomid and was really looking forward to actively trying this month. Would it be stupid to ignore the docs advice? It just seems too good an opportunity to not try!!

 

[Bellaz]

Just got off the phone with the specialist and he says 3 rounds of clomid and we'll see what happens.. I have a heart shaped uterus meaning he does not want me to carry multiples yet he did say it did well with my son who was 9.99 LBS. So I have missed starting this month by 3 days. so looks like next month. I am not sure how I feel about selective reduction if it comes to that.. actually I know I how I feel about that, especially having been thru m/c's before.. so I am just going to hop for the best. the specialist did say if this treatment doesn't work, that he feels we are really good candidate for IUI and Invetro, but those are way more $$$ so he feels we should start here at Clomid... I am excited and hopeful but sooo scared. My boyfriend is worried that we are "messing with mother nature" yet he wants another child badly too. anyone tell me what kind of hormone roller coaster I am in for? and any one had hubbies having cold feet about the drug aspect of it??? please keep in mind my man is iffy about vitamins.lol.
Thanks ladies

I've only started Clomid this cycle and other than a few hot flashes I've not had any side effects. The ladies on here suggested taking the pill before bed to avoid the side effects and it seems to have worked. As my earlier post says, I had my scan today and my body seems to have responded well, too well by sounds of things. I do ovulate naturally anyway but Clomid has helped me produce 6 follicles. I'm wondering if every follicle contains a egg? Good luck with your Clomid next month xx

 

[PinkPeony]

Bellaz - I think I'd find it pretty hard to resist trying if it were me. but my DH's numbers are pretty low so we don't really have as good odds in general.

AFM - finally got some news on the follie front. I only have 2 good ones. I'm CD11 today so there were like 5 or 6 in total but only 2 were 1.5 and 1.6 and the others were around 1.2 so my Doc didn't expect them to do anything. I was hoping for more for sure. On the upside we got results back from a DNA fragmentation test that my DH took and it came back normal. (phew!) still with low motility but it actually improved quite a bit. it's been anywhere from 10%-27% (in the progressive category) and this one came back 38%. It's just nice to see a number go up for once! His count was 23mill. Hoping it stays this way for the IUI... which is looking like it'll go down on Friday.

How you doing popchick?

 

[popchick75]

Bellaz - I would totally still try. I wouldn't want to give up a chance at 4 follicles. I had 4 this cycle and it still ended up as a bust.

Pink - So do you have any idea what you are going to do now? Is this month a bust or is there still a chance for them to develop further? *hugs*!

I'm ok. Still have a light line on my hpt this morning, but it isn't any darker than yesterday. This means i'm still at the tail end of my trigger shot which was 14 days ago! I had no idea it would last this long. Everything I've read online says it will be out of your system by 10 days. My acupuncturist told me on Monday that my pulse was fantastic and this might be my month. Of course, that got my hopes up which makes this month suck just a little bit more since she isn't right.

 

[Bellaz]

Bellaz - I think I'd find it pretty hard to resist trying if it were me. but my DH's numbers are pretty low so we don't really have as good odds in general.

AFM - finally got some news on the follie front. I only have 2 good ones. I'm CD11 today so there were like 5 or 6 in total but only 2 were 1.5 and 1.6 and the others were around 1.2 so my Doc didn't expect them to do anything. I was hoping for more for sure. On the upside we got results back from a DNA fragmentation test that my DH took and it came back normal. (phew!) still with low motility but it actually improved quite a bit. it's been anywhere from 10%-27% (in the progressive category) and this one came back 38%. It's just nice to see a number go up for once! His count was 23mill. Hoping it stays this way for the IUI... which is looking like it'll go down on Friday.

How you doing popchick?

Thanks for your response Pink. I am afraid I'm going to be ignoring docs and go for it! I've spoke though pros and cons with DH and he agrees that its worth a try and what will be will be. I'm actually really excited for this cycle

Looks like we're at the same stage, I'm CD11 too Lets hope we both get some good news this month

 

[PinkPeony]

Woohoo! Bellaz! Cycle buddies. I think u have a great shot this month!!

Popchick, I gotta just say that my doc always schedules my beta for 14dpt.... Which makes me think it must be out of the system by then. Do you know what dose your on? I think I get the lowest bc I'm usually about to ov on my own and the shot just boosts it. But I know how u feel I hate to get my hopes up. I actually stopped going to my acupuncturist bc he kept doing that to me! Lol!
I am def going to still try this month. Sad as it sounds this is the best odds we've had I think as long as DH's #s don't drop again. The other IUI's I've done were without clomid so I only had one follicle each time.

Big FX for all of us!

 

[Bellaz]

Oh I hope so Pink. Got fingers and toes crossed anyway! I'm due to ovulate tomorrow but my stomach's felt funny all day. I'm bloated and feel quite heavy, almost like AF is due I guess this could be the start of my side effects?! Looks like you have good reason to be hopeful too, I will pray for a trio of good news, that includes you Popchick xx

 

[PinkPeony]

I'm due to ov tomorrow too! I went in for monitoring again this morning and my doc goes - oh! You have so many follicles!! So 2 of the little ones grew overnight so now I have 4 @ 1.6-1.8! So she gave me the trigger and I'm going in tomorrow for the IUI. She also gave me progesterone bc my lining is quite thin.

I gotta say I'm surprised how normal I feel. I just assumed fertility meds would make me all wacko.

Popchick - I'm stalking your chart hun. Looking really good. Hang in there girl.

 

[Bellaz]

I'm due to ov tomorrow too! I went in for monitoring again this morning and my doc goes - oh! You have so many follicles!! So 2 of the little ones grew overnight so now I have 4 @ 1.6-1.8! So she gave me the trigger and I'm going in tomorrow for the IUI. She also gave me progesterone bc my lining is quite thin.

I gotta say I'm surprised how normal I feel. I just assumed fertility meds would make me all wacko.

Popchick - I'm stalking your chart hun. Looking really good. Hang in there girl.

Woo-hoo looks like everything is just perfect for you Pink. I don't know about you but I feel so excited, and I know it's really silly to feel like that because I will be devastated if things don't work out this month! But as it stands I'm just hoping for the best and tonight is the night lol.
I resisted the temptation yesterday to BD as I have read its best to do every other night then two days in a row on Ovulation day and day after. Sorry for TMI... Just saying that I am following the rule book and praying to god for a bundle of joy or even two
Good luck Pink... Keep me informed xx

 

[PinkPeony]

Sounds like a perfect plan Bellaz!! I would love to get 2 little bundles too.

I had my IUI today. I was actually feeling excited leading up to it. First time in ages I felt like I had a good shot. Then got the results of DH's wash... an abysmal 900,000. Not even a million this time. So it was all basically for nothing. I teared up once the doc left me alone in the room. I've just been through a lot this week... busting my ass to get to the clinic every morning before 8am for monitoring... all the waiting around... all the blood tests, medications.... Anyway sorry to be a bummer. I'm just worn out after this week and that was a disappointing turn of events.

 

[Bellaz]

Sounds like a perfect plan Bellaz!! I would love to get 2 little bundles too.

I had my IUI today. I was actually feeling excited leading up to it. First time in ages I felt like I had a good shot. Then got the results of DH's wash... an abysmal 900,000. Not even a million this time. So it was all basically for nothing. I teared up once the doc left me alone in the room. I've just been through a lot this week... busting my ass to get to the clinic every morning before 8am for monitoring... all the waiting around... all the blood tests, medications.... Anyway sorry to be a bummer. I'm just worn out after this week and that was a disappointing turn of events.

Oh Pink, I'm sorry to hear that but please don't let it get you down. It could still happen! My DH had only 2 SA's and the first wasn't great at all, in fact docs said they wouldn't provide any fertility treatment until the number improved. Then the second SA was better and they allowed me to have my lap and dye. They haven't checked DH again since so I have no idea what's going on with him. He is taking mens multi vits for conception so I hope they are doing their job!
Is your DH taking any vits? Does he smoke, drink etc? Did he 'empty' on the third day? There's so many factors that contribute to these things. I'd suggest you book a few days away, I read a relaxing holiday does wonders when ttc. Unfortunately I can't afford to go anywhere at the mo (moving house).
I'm feeling optimistic this cycle but I've felt optimistic before and nothing happened. Trying to think positive lol. Am keeping my FXs either way... Going to start 10 day count down to testing!
I hope you still yesterday on ov day Pink?! Cuz you just never know... Xx

 

[Bellaz]

Any updates Popchick? Xx

 

[babyccxx]

hi i have pcos and been told to take clmid, does this help in getting preganant